The Family Travel Files Vacation Planning Information

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Miles of lovely hard-packed sand make beach hiking, bike riding, and sand volleyball almost too good to pass up. When the tide is out residents and visitors drive along the ocean’s edge, sometimes parking against the sand dunes that frame the land.
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Our most recent North Texas dinosaur adventure took place at Dinosaur World near Glen Rose. It was led by and energetic three-year-old with two of his more knowledgeable companions as aids.
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North Texas was once home to dinosaurs so it is one of the best places to enjoy a dinosaur encounter. We are not talking Dinotopia but there is still the possibility for family fun and shared learning.
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Making a dinosaur adventure happen is fairly easy because nearly everyone in North America is within a short drive of dinosaurs, ancient mammals, and fossils. California is no exception. Though the places may not be Dinotopia, there is still the possibility for fun and shared learning.
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There are dozens of reasons to vacation in Pigeon Forge including topnotch entertainment, waterpark thrills, miles of hiking trails, river rafting or tubing, an Alpine slide, Dollywood, awesome cupcakes, and icing shooters.
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A vacation in the Florida Keys can be almost magical. The Overseas Highway (a.k.a. U.S. Route 1) is an extraordinary rolling field trip. Distance is measured by mile markers, the closer to Key West the smaller the number. Cross the Seven-mile Bridge and you will be in the Lower Keys.
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Gone are the days when family camping meant a cozy tent, a collection of slightly damp sleeping bags, and a lantern. New age family camping includes extra cool sleeping spots and plenty of unique vacation activities including fun stuff you don't get to do at home.
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A summer family vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains means cool nights with sunny days and the chance to participate in spunky, energizing activities which deliver mini thills, and memorable moments.
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Just as no two families are alike, no two beaches match the perfect beach formula. Except for sand, sun and water with an occasional fish or seabird which are fairly standard the options for fun remain varied.
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There is no substitute for being there when it comes to regal palm trees, balmy air and star watching. Hollywood is at the very heart of the TV and film industry and is simply the best destination for families wanting a dose of glamour and a movie star fix.
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I smile when I think of Greece. It is definitely a family-friendly, kid-friendly destination. Although I am not an expert on travel to Greece I do have a terrific resource with insider information for parents that will make planning and doing easy.
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Easy-paced and friendly, Finland offers plenty of options for families that wish to enjoy an adventure way up North from spas and snow-shoeing to Santa’s Workshop and reindeer encounters in the land of the Moomintrolls.
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CityPASS is a booklet of admission tickets to the best attractions in a single city. You'll save up to 50% compared to combined regular box office prices. Save time with easy access at most attractions. Once you have your CityPASS booklet, skip the ticket line and head straight for the entrance. CityPASS booklets are valid for nine consecutive days beginning the day of first use (14 days in Southern California). Visit the attractions in any order you wish. Get all your attraction tickets in advance in one easy purchase. Buy now and choose delivery option during checkout: Email voucher or ship ticket booklets. [Read Less]